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Sunday, February 28, 2016

LOUIS MHLANGA AT THE RAINBOW



(Louis Mhlanga)

Louis Mhlanga, award winning, internationally acclaimed musician, producer (and weaver of magic!) will perform at the Rainbow Restaurant on March 6.

Born in 1956, Mhlanga is a South African based Zimbabwean award-winning guitarist and producer. His career began in the 1970s. Fronting many bands in Zimbabwe, he mixed American and Zimbabwean influences into his music. He became renowned for his guitar skills, and worked with Zimbabwean acts such as Shaka, Talking Drum, Ilanga, Mudzimu, and Oliver Mtukudzi.

He eventually headed to South Africa to pursue different musical opportunities, leading to collaborations with renowned South African artists such as Miriam Makeba, Hugh Masekela, Ray Phiri, Sipho Mabuse, Mlunhgisi Gegane, and Busi Mhlongo.

Presented by The Rainbow and Concerts SA, Louis Mhlanga performs on March 6 at 13h00 at the Rainbow Restaurant. Tickets R100 available from the Rainbow or www.webtickets.co.za/event.aspx?itemid=409794326

The Rainbow Restaurant Estd 1981 is situated at 23 Stanfield Lane, Pinetown. More information on 031 702 9161 or 083 463 8044 or email: bandwagon@artslink.co.za or visit www.therainbow.co.za